the
sharks or visit old wrecks (call 383 397 or 087 268 2794 for
information).
TRAMORE (meaning ‘big beach’) is a 5km long beach lovingly backed by
dunes. Although the town itself is not of much interest, megalithic
tombs and standing stones are to be found in the area. The scenery of
the bay is a nice one too. The administrative centre of Waterford,
DUNGARVAN is a picturesque port and market town. It is a strategic base
to explore the West of the county. King John’s Castle is now a visitor
centre (call 48144 for information). During the early May Bank Holiday
weekend the Féile na nDéise festival takes place, with lively
traditional music and dance. The Anchor Bar on The Quay regularly
features traditional music while you can take part in a set dancing
class at Bean A’Leanna on O’Connell St on a Monday evening.
THE RING PENINSULA is one of the most famous Gaeltacht (Irish speaking
area) in Ireland. A really stunning drive will take you around as you
will discover an unspoilt landscape. ARDMORE is ideal for a nice and
quiet stay. History says that St Declan arrived here between AD 350 and
420, ie before St Patrick arrived from Britain to convert the natives.
The ruins of St Declan’s Church & Oratory are beautifully located
on a hill and, overlooking the sea, is St Declan’s Well, in which
pilgrims once washed. The 94km St Declan’s Way follows an old
pilgrimage way from Ardmore to the Rock of Cashel in county Tipperary.
GETTING AROUND THE AREA Suirway runs bus services from Waterford to
Passage East and Dunmore East.
Bus Eireann has services from Waterford to Tramore, Dungarvan and the
Ring Peninsula.
Bus services to Ardmore are run from Cork and Waterford. |
